Lancaster City Museum

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Discover more about the City of Lancaster, one of England’s Heritage Cities, from the pre-historic era, through to today. Our immersive galleries are packed with objects and stories for you to explore the history of this wonderful city and its people. 

Housed in Lancaster’s former town hall, sat right on the edge of the busy Market Square, this elegant Georgian building was built between 1781-3 to the designs of Major Thomas Jarrett and Thomas Harrison. 

The museum itself was founded in 1923 and its wonderfully varied collection and dioramas brilliantly lead visitors through the social and industrial history, archaeology of Lancaster, and the stories of the people who have made the city what it is today. Enjoy our fine art collection and the programme of changing exhibitions.

The City Museum building is also home to the King’s Own Royal Regiment Museum, a fascinating insight into the military heritage of the city’s own regiment from 1680 onwards. 

Opening Hours

• Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat, Sun: 10.30am - 4pm
• Wed - Thu: Closed

Cost

• Free, though donations are appreciated.

Facilities

• Please note: Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Accessibility

• Please be aware that our stairlift does not currently work. We are working on getting a replacement as soon as possible. We are really sorry but this means that the first-floor galleries (most of the museum) are currently not accessible to anyone unable to climb two flights of stairs.
• The ground floor remains completely accessible and can be reached via the main steps or a ramp by the entrance to Lancaster Library, next door. Our main exhibition gallery is on the ground floor.

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